What’s the Real Reason Behind the U.S. Supporting Israel?

In 1986, then-Senator Joe Biden said there was ‘no apology to be made’ when it came to supporting Israel, claiming that ‘it is the best $3 billion investment we make.’ Biden emphasized that naked self-interest should guide U.S. policy in the Middle East and having a loyal ally in the region furthers that self-interest. In fact, he argued that if there was no Israel, then the U.S. would have to invent one. » Sign up for our newsletter KnowThis to get the biggest stories of the day delivered straight to your inbox: » Subscribe to NowThis: For more news and politics, subscribe to @NowThisNews. #JoeBiden #Israel #MiddleEast #Politics #InternationalNews #News #NowThis Connect with NowThis » Like us on Facebook: » Tweet us on Twitter: » Follow us on Instagram: » Find us on Snapchat Discover: NowThis is your premier news outlet providing you with all the videos you need to stay up to date on all the latest in trending news. From entertainment to politics, to viral videos and breaking news stories, we’re delivering all you need to know straight to your social feeds. We live where you live. @nowthisnews What’s the Real Reason Behind the U.S. Supporting Israel?